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Tuesday, November 9, 2010

iiTA Jobs: Extension/Dissemination Specialist



The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is Africa's leading research partner in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR, www.cgiar.org).

Job Title: Extension/Dissemination Specialist (Ref: DDG –R4D/EDS/10/10)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of an Extension/Dissemination Specialist for the project Putting Nitrogen Fixation to Work for Smallholder Farmers in Africa (N2Africa).

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.
http://www.iita.org/

The N2Africa Project is led by Wageningen University, the Netherlands. The project will deploy state-of-the-art legume and rhizobial inoculant technologies to African smallholder farmers to enhance inputs of free atmospheric nitrogen by biological nitrogen fixation, thereby improving crop and livestock productivity, human nutrition and farm income, while enhancing soil health. The project will work in eight countries (DRC, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe) from three hubs situated in East, West and Southern Africa.

Position/Responsibilities: The Extension/Dissemination Specialist will report to the Deputy Director-General (Research), Research for Development of IITA, and within the project to the Project Leader. Substantial attention will be devoted to ensure rapid uptake of existing technologies that will enhance nitrogen inputs into target agroecosystems through nitrogen fixation by grain and forage legumes. Although the successful candidate will work mainly in Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, this work will be conducted in close liaison with parallel project activities in East, Central, and West Africa. Tasks include to:
  • Create/initiate appropriate partnerships to set platforms for technology dissemination
  • Develop and implement tools/technologies to increase farmers awareness and adoption of new technologies
  • Produce specific dissemination tools adapted to needs of farmers groups, agro-dealers, and development partners
  • Conduct collaborative legume and inoculant technology dissemination campaigns and create awareness in farming communities
  • Develop strategies for empowering women to benefit from the project products
  • Provide an educational program to farmers to build capacity in agribusiness
  • Conduct research, with specific application to increasing efficiency and adding value to small scale agricultural business ventures
  • Document new technology uptake in project impact domain
  • Contribute to impact assessment and monitoring and evaluation studies
  • Organize and implement N2Africa field survey campaigns in Project areas.
  • Prepare oral presentations, reports, and scientific articles.
  • Mentor technical staff and (co)-supervise M.Sc and PhD projects
  • Facilitate all aspects of N2Africa field operations and management of logistics in Southern Africa.
  • Meet reporting and monitoring and evaluation requirements of N2Africa
  • Establish effective working relationships and facilitate collaboration with National Agricultural Research Institutes and development agencies.
  • Represent and articulate the N2Africa mission and its scientific accomplishments in local and international settings.

Qualifications/Experience:

  • PhD degree in agricultural extension, agricultural economics, rural and social development or other relevant discipline.
  • Post – doctoral experience strongly preferred with at least 5 years experience in agricultural extension and training, technology transfer, and development of training and dissemination materials in relation to sustainable livelihoods.
  • Whilst the intention is to appoint a person of outstanding scientific reputation, particular emphasis will also be placed on proven qualities for leadership.
  • Experience of managing networks and/or multi-institutional and multi-cultural collaborative projects will be an advantage.
  • Strong client service orientation.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to motivate people to produce quality work within tight timeframes.
  • Valid driving license.

Core Competencies:

  • Team player with personality traits that enable him/her to motivate and communicate with all levels of the professional and support staff.
  • Self-starting, energetic style, with an ability to work effectively with little day-to-day direction or supervision.
  • Reputation of integrity, high intelligence, creativity and the ability to exercise good judgment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish rapport and credibility with people at all organizational levels, forming strong relationships, both internally and externally.
  • Committed to transparency and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning.
  • Fluency in English; French or Portuguese an advantage.

General Information:

- The successful applicant will be offered an initial two year contract, renewable subject to six (6) months probation period of good performance.

- This initial contract is renewable subject to good and acceptable performance.

- The successful applicant will be expected to start working as early as possible after selection but not later than 1 December 2010. IITA offers an internationally competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the position’s responsibilities and the education and experience of the successful candidate.

Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, full curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Applications including lists of publications should be sent to Mrs. L. Mendoza, Human Resources Manager at the email address

IITA-HR@cgiar.org

Closing Date: November 19, 2010.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted


Adexen Nigeria: Customer Service Manager (Lagos)

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Job Title: Customer Service Manager

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a recognized shipping agent acting as a leading player in the Nigerian Maritime Sector. The company is looking for a Customer Service Manager for its Lagos Office

Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing excellent customer service; hence understanding and satisfying the organizations customers’ requirements

Responsibilities
  • Communicate courteously with all customers on shipment updates
  • Investigate and solve customers problems, which may be complex or longstanding problems that have been passed on by customer service assistants
  • Keep accurate records of discussions or correspondence with customers
  • Advise sales department on any issues in relation to customer complaints or suggestions
  • Responsible for all customs or related agencies clearance customer queries
  • Understand the organizations services & keeping up to date with changes
  • Analyze statistics or other data to determine the level of customer service the organization is providing
  • Develop feedback or complaints procedure for customer service use
  • Develop customer service procedures, policies, standards for the organization
  • Train staff to deliver a high standard of customer service

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 2 to 5 years experience in customer service management, in a shipping or logistics organization
  • Minimum of a University degree from a recognized institution.
  • Knowledge of port rules & regulations
  • Strong customer service ability
  • Very good in the use of Microsoft word & Excel
  • Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to develop strategies and tactics as well as implementation skills.

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0448_customer-service-manager.html

Adexen Nigeria: Commercial Manager

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Commercial Manager

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a recognized shipping agent acting as a leading player in the Nigerian Maritime Sector. The Company is looking for a Commercial Manager for its Lagos Office.

Job description

The Commercial Manager will be responsible for:
Identifying short - long term business opportunities & develop close collaborative relationships with key players, and fully understand their objectives. He/ She will be in charge of the formation & submission of reports, tenders and business proposals, interpret statistics, advice the General Manager on economical, political, commercial & other related developments in the area of the company’s interest; inclusive of developing /marketing the break bulk and containerized export services to all sectors and for all kind of commodities. A complementary focus on Oil & Gas sector is given. The Commercial Manager will oversee the activities of the direct sales (Lagos, Port Harcourt and Onitsha) team to ensure appropriate and targeted sales activities, in line with the Marketing Plan.

Responsibilities

  • Set up a sales and marketing strategy with the General Manager to address the market efficiently
  • Deliver presentations and negotiate contracts
  • Manage commercial agency agreement / negotiations, resolution of contractual disputes, sales/ purchase activities
  • Identify all potential prospects within the activity portfolio of the company
  • Meet with existing and prospect customers to develop effective working relationships and identify and obtain further their future programs.
  • Provide feedback to appropriate Senior/group management on the status of customers business, changes in their requirements and organization so as to ensure that existing and future contracts and bids can be delivered in the most efficient and effective way.
  • Provide detailed updates and forecasts on changes in client and competitor status and activity to ensure that business opportunities are fully exploited.
  • Set up offers to client
  • Follows up and organize the answers in any bid processes organized by clients
  • Follows up the operational excellence of the process with operation team

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 7 years experience in a similar or related position
  • Must have hands on experience in sales & marketing in the logistics sector
  • Minimum of a B.Sc or HND degree from a recognized University or Polytechnic, an MBA will be of great advantage.
  • Knowledge of Business Development Management
  • Practical experience in forecasting
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to develop strategies and tactics as well as implementation skills
  • Knowledge of office administration and management.
  • Very good in the use of Excel and presentation tools, ERP knowledge will be an added advantage.
  • Attention to detail and good selling skills.
  • Good command over the written and spoken English language

What is on offer
Attractive Package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0460_commercial-manager.html

Adexen Nigeria: Marketing Analyst


Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Job Title: Marketing Analyst

Our client
Adexen recruitment Agency is mandated by a leading shipping company.
The Company is for a Marketing Analyst for its Lagos Office.

Job Description
The Marketing Analyst will be responsible for:
Providing insights & information (by research / survey) regarding market conditions, changes in the market that might affect sales, competitors & customers in order to support business decisions and in measuring performance; inclusive of advising management on how services should be packaged, marketed, distributed & priced. He or She will help plan promotional programs by analyzing information about company past sales, predict trend or future sales and also assist in internal systems issues from time to time

Responsibilities
  • Analyze marketing metrics for identifying effect – cause relationships between financial outcomes & marketing actions to raise profitability
  • Design research projects which answer particular business questions
  • Conduct market research to determine & understand customer needs, evaluate market penetration and analyze competitors
  • Manage segmentation, positioning exercises and targeting as required
  • Perform customer satisfaction survey and compile results reports
  • Provide analysis of all sales activities
  • Conduct industry analysis: Technological, Social, Political & Economical
  • Work with General Manager & Commercial Manager in identifying marketing opportunities
  • Integrate market research information with the company system to develop new leads

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar or related position, in the logistics sector
  • Minimum of a B.Sc or HND degree in Marketing, Finance or related field from a recognized University or Polytechnic, an MBA will be of great advantage.
  • Exceptional knowledge of sales, business and marketing processes
  • Excellent business reporting, project management and writing skills
  • Strong business acumen, analytical, problem solving, data manipulation and management skills
  • Must be able to contribute to planning and strategic thinking
  • Effective time management & organizational skills
  • Must be able to develop effectual relationships and operate with senior management
  • Excellent computer skills that include reporting software and business intelligence
  • Must be willing to travel when required

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0461_marketing-analyst.html

Adexen Nigeria: Quality Management Administrator

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Job Title: Quality Management Administrator

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a leading international shipping group. is looking to employ a Quality Management Administrator for its Lagos office.

Job Description
The Quality Management Administrator will be responsible for:
Ensuring the development, implementation, communication & maintenance of quality systems policies and procedures according to the approved quality system in the organization.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement quality management system
  • Direct, coordinate and achieve ISO certification & ensure audits are carried out, in order to maintain it
  • Assess improvements initiatives from all quality audits
  • Manage the quality management system
  • Implement and ensure adherence to the Group’s HSE policy
  • Support in the participation of the Group’s Total Quality Management System
  • Ensure training of personnel in the requirements, documentation and maintenance of the organizations corporate quality system
  • Develop and direct, Quality Improvement Initiatives for processes & services
  • Observe safety regulations, encourage safe working practice and correct obvious hazard immediately

Qualifications and Experience

  • Must have a B.Sc in any discipline & a Masters degree will be of great advantage
  • Must have undergone core international & local ISO trainings
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar / related position
  • Must have hands on experience working in a ISO certified organization
  • Must have a lead auditor qualification
  • Must be computer literate with advance excel skill, an ERP knowledge will be an added advantage
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills
  • Must be confident, hardworking, honest and result oriented

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0462_quality-management-administrator.html

Adexen Nigeria: Brand Executive

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Job Title: Brand Executive

Our client
A large international FMCG group requires Adexen Recruitment Agency to look for a Brand Executive to manage all VFM brand activities in francophone West Africa

Job Description
The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing consumer engagement activities and also responsible for alignment of brand programmes with business objectives and segment requirements. He/she will also be responsible for managing Value for Money (VFM) brands within French markets and monitor Tobacco Control Bill with packs change effect on-going and across markets. The position will report to the Brand manager.

Responsibilities
  • Recommend changes to brand programmes
  • Assist Brand Manager in the development of a strategic plan for respective brand(s)
  • Recommend brand attributes to be reinforced based on brand’s role in portfolio
  • Support definition of high level brand programmes
  • Assist Brand Manager in the development and execution of an operational brand plan
  • Recommend venues and communication channels while supporting development of message content
  • Recommend schedule for brand events and monitor implementation and results of operational brand plan
  • Monitor and report brand expenditure to ensure it does not exceed budget defined in operational brand plan
  • Analyze market research data in order to understand brand issues and market opportunities
  • Develop ideas on product innovation in order to achieve competitive advantage
  • Provide insights around brand strategy in the development/ implementation of trade programmes by Trade area
  • Also, work in conjunction with Trade area to ensure that product is correctly managed throughout the supply chain and brand programmes are effectively implemented by trade team in respective markets.
  • Select in conjunction with Marketing Service Team adequate touch points for designed brand programmes.
  • Liaise with Marketing Service Team to ensure smooth execution and evaluation of brand activities.
  • Develop close relationship with external agencies to ensure day-to-day activities related to brand programmes are performed with required quality and agreed cost & timescales as defined in operational brand plan

Qualifications and Experience

  • A Bsc. degree from a reputable university
  • Must have some experience in Brand management
  • Must be fluent both oral and written in French and English languages.
  • Good knowledge of the West Africa francophone markets would be an advantage
  • Experience monitoring sales volumes, market share, and brand financials (P&L)
  • Good knowledge of Consumer engagement, Brand programme development, Project monitoring and management
  • Must have good negotiation and influencing skills
  • Relationship management of agencies and suppliers.

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Click Here To Apply: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0464_brand-executive.html

Adexen Nigeria: Benefits Officer

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Benefits Officer

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for a Benefits Officer for its Nigerian office.

Job Description
Position will be direct back-up to the ICT and Admin Manager on all matters of the scheme’s benefits administration. He/she will be in charge of daily reporting, coordination of communication between scheme members and the authorities, answering queries, processing claims and resolving issues. He/she has to gather data with Sponsor to improve benefits administration and maintain all databases, records and reports. He/she will also ensure that the scheme is operating in accordance with the scheme’s trust deed and government statutes and regulations and provide the monthly pensions payroll, ensuring the payment of members’ benefits;

Responsibilities
  • Ensuring benefit calculations are in compliance with the scheme’s trust deed and rules.
  • Ensuring members understand scheme rules and sponsor’s HR issues as they relate to benefits.
  • Proper membership and benefits records
  • Proper implementation of SLA’s signed with sponsor and other counterparties as they relate to benefits admin.
  • Timely benefits and related reporting to Management, Custodian, National Pensions Commission and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a numerate discipline
  • Minimum 8 years post-B.Sc work experience in an HR or related environment
  • Thorough understanding of state and federal pension laws and regulations, including National Pensions Commission guidelines and regulations.
  • Good Microsoft office PC skills and understanding of PeopleSoft
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in multi-tasked environment
  • Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality
  • Good analytical skills and strong attention to detail
  • Strong teamwork skills combined with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Click Here To Apply: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0455_benefits-officer.html

Adexen Nigeria: Investment Analyst Research & Analysis

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Investment Analyst Research & Analysis

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for an Investment Analyst – research & Analysis for its Nigerian office.

Job Description
Position will provide analytical and operational support to the Investment Manager. This position will enjoy exposure to a range of investment classes, including bonds, mutual funds, quoted equities, REIT, private equities and real estate. The analyst will determine the value of existing investments, create advice reports, and research new investments.

Responsibilities
  • Regular financial, industry and economic analyses to facilitate decision making
  • Accurate and regular investment/stock analysis report
  • Accurate investment timing and buy-and-sell order recommendations.
  • Timely Investment Strategy Committee review and presentation materials.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A university graduate in a quantitative discipline (Maths, Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Admin); CFA qualification an advantage;
  • 8 to 10 years post–B.Sc. work experience in the financial/investment industry with at least 3 years of experience in securities market, preferable in equities/bonds trading and or research and analysis.
  • Cross asset class experience (at least two out of credit, equity, fixed income and real estate).
  • The ability to research, analyze and evaluate companies and markets
  • Excellent understanding of the capital markets and the investment decision process
  • Strong financial modeling skills, solid grasp of company valuations, and analysis of financial statements and investments
  • Excellent analytical and computer skills and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Must be able to structure transactions; negotiate deal terms with brokers/agents and with internal investment/risk management team; and close the transaction.

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0456_investment-analyst-research-analysis.html

Adexen Nigeria: Fund Operations Officer

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.

Job Title: Fund Operations Officer

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for a Fund Operations Officer for its Nigerian office.

Job Description
The Fund Operations Officer will be responsible for payment operations, investment settlement activities, bank & custody operations and cost control.

Responsibilities
  • Accounting for all cash receipts, including pension contributions from sponsor and investment incomes;
    Accurate accounting for trade settlement orders
  • Prompt payment of trade counterparties and timely resolution of errors and corrections;
  • Regular and timely reconciliation of cash and investment positions with bankers and custodians
  • Enforcement of trade terms with dealers, brokers and custodians in line with service level agreements.
  • Enforcement of compliance with company payment procedures and bank mandates

Qualifications and Experience

  • University degree and/or a comparable qualification in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration.
  • A long work experience in a financial environment with at least 3 years of experience in investment operations, banking operations or treasury operations.
  • Experience in investment deal processing, confirmation checking and settlements through Swift, RGS, etc
  • Familiarity with the workings of Nigerian financial markets.
  • Excellent organizational, communication and relationship skills; high degree of accuracy;
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite, spreadsheet applications and computerized accounting systems;

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0457_fund-operations-officer.html

Adexen Nigeria: Finance and Operations Manager

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa.
Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for a Finance and Operations Manager for its Nigerian office.

Job Description
This position is part of the management team and heads the finance & operations team. This position is responsible for the development, administration, and training on all accounting and financial systems, corporate budgeting, financial reporting, safeguarding of assets, tax compliance, and accounting for all financial activities. The incumbent will lead in the design and evaluation of processes and controls that support the proper accounting for activities. The incumbent will actively support, comply with and enforce all corporate policies and procedures. The position will drive business analysis including profitability analysis and development of operational and financial performance metrics. The position will also provide analytical support for the annual actuarial valuations, and the annual investment strategy and long range asset allocation planning process.

Responsibilities
  • Financial and operational leadership across the business;
  • Proper accounting system and effective internal controls;
  • Proper cash/liquidity management and prompt accounts payable and receivables settlement;
  • Proper cash management and timely bank reconciliation statements;
  • Budget and cost discipline across the business;
  • Accurate and timely production of financial forecasts and performance reports;
  • Prompt conduct of financial audits and production of audited final accounts;
  • Accurate and timely tax filing and insurance coverage of company assets;
  • Accurate and timely annual investment portfolio and actuarial valuations;
  • Board presentation materials on financial matters

Qualifications and Experience

  • A degree in a quantitative subject (Maths, Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Admin) plus professional accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent);
  • Minimum 12 years post–B.Sc work experience of which at least 8 years must have been in the financial sector and 4 years in a top/senior management position or senior role in a finance function;
  • Extensive experience in business, financial administration and accounting and in the production of full monthly management accounts to a high standard;
  • Strong strategic advisory and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and establish and implement work-plan objectives;
  • Knowledge of Investment and Pension Accounting practice and IFRS reporting requirements for pension funds.
  • Familiarity with the provisions of the Pension Reform Act 2004 and the National Pensions Commission guidelines and regulations;
  • Excellent organizational, communication, presentation and relationship skills;

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0458_finance-and-operations-manager.html

Adexen Nigeria: Investment Analyst Performance Risk

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Investment Analyst Performance Risk



Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for an Investment Analyst – Performance Risk for its Nigerian office.



Job Description
The Investment Analyst – Performance Risk will provide performance and risk analysis support to the investment team. The Position will perform investment and counterparty risk analysis, monitoring and reporting; and will enjoy exposure to a range of marketable securities and alternative asset classes.

Responsibilities
  • Pre-investment analysis of securities and financial data and risk due diligence report.
  • Post approval financial and physical monitoring of investments.
  • Best practice of risk management processes across investment team.
  • Timely Risk Management Committee review and presentation materials.
  • Accurate and regular fund performance/attribution analysis and risk reporting.
  • Accurate and regular risk concentration analysis of fund portfolio.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A university graduate in a quantitative subject (Maths, Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Admin); CFA qualification an advantage;
  • Long post–B.Sc work experience in the financial/investment industry with at least 5 years of experience in fixed income/real estate, preferable in credit products trading, risk management or research and analysis
  • Experience in an investment or counterparty risk management or risk control function for an asset manager or hedge fund.
  • A keen interest in the financial and real estate markets
  • Problem-solving skills and autonomy.
  • Familiarity in portfolio management, multi-asset class allocation, capital markets research, investment strategy, and returns/holdings based performance analysis.
  • Excellent analytical and computer skills and presentation and communication skills;
  • Excellent understanding of the capital markets and the investment decision process;
  • Must be able to structure transactions; negotiate deal terms with brokers/agents and with internal investment/risk management team; and close the transaction;

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0459_investment-analyst-performance-risk.html

Adexen Nigeria: Area Business Development Manager

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa. Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.


Job Title: Area Business Development Manager

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a leading Company in the mobile-payment sector. The company is looking for an Area Business Development Manager to support its development in Nigeria.

Job Description
The Area Business Development Manager is responsible for the lead of a business developer’s team within a defined territory in order to expand the network, improve product availability, increase sales, market share & profit.

Responsibilities
  • Implement the Company's Business development processes
  • Train and evaluate the Business Developers
  • Set target for the Business Developers
  • Achieve commercial objectives for the territory
  • Recruitment, activation and coaching of merchants and outlet.
  • Achievement of volume target in a customer focus manner
  • Achievement of market leadership in every outlet
  • Development and maintenance of strong relationship with merchants, customer and colleagues.
  • Identification of opportunities for further growth
  • Implementation of HSE Procedures

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in any field from an accredited university
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience.
  • A previous experience in Field Sales & marketing within the FMCG sector will be a plus
  • Good understanding of the territory in terms of geography, culture and customs
  • Good interpersonal skills; communication abilities, empathy.
  • Ability to manage and motivate people.
  • Knowledge of computer applications including Word Office.

What is on offer
Competitive fixed and variable salaries + performance bonuses + business expenses.

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0463_area-business-development-manager.html

Adexen Nigeria: Legal Adviser

Adexen is a well known recruitment & HR consulting firm in Europe and Africa.
Our consultants and staff bring wealth of experience to help companies to find and retain talents. We have a outstanding track records who will create competitive advantage and sutainable value to your organisation. Our success and proven track record can be attributed to our deep understanding of HR dynamics in organisations and leadership requirements of companies at various levels. Adexen offers a deep expertise in challenging African and emerging markets as well as a robust network of public institutions and private business contacts that are essential assets to hire the best candidates. We hope you find the information in this website helpful and invite you to explore how a partnership with us could benefit your organization.



Job Title: Legal Adviser

Our client
Adexen Recruitment Agency is looking for a Legal Adviser for the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company.

Job description
As the legal adviser, this position is part of the management team and will ensure the company has appropriate legal advice on all matters affecting its operations and the Fund and provide expert advice regarding best practice for corporate governance. This position is the primary point of contact for any specific enquiries on company secretarial issues and will advice board members on matters of ethics and good governance

Responsibilities
  • Legal and corporate governance leadership for the company’s and Fund’s activities; ensuring compliance within regulatory frameworks.
  • Legal watch
  • Redaction of contracts and agreements
  • Supervise outside legal counsel exchanges
  • Leadership and optimization in corporate governance in line with regulatory frameworks.
  • Maintenance of legal and corporate documents and records - Timely annual statutory returns and regulatory filings
  • Administration of general meetings, board meetings and committee meetings, including accurate and timely production of meeting packs and minutes of meetings;
  • Follow-up of mandates and tasks delegated by the Board and ensure orderly conduct of Board meetings and Board Committee meetings.
  • External contact with stakeholders, regulatory authorities, consultants, advisers, sponsor and trade counterparties.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A graduate of Law (LLB minimum) plus an ICSA or equivalent qualification;
  • Minimum of 10 years post–LLB work experience with at least 3 years of experience in a senior legal position in the financial sector, including experience of dealing with corporate governance and business conduct principles in a medium sized to large complex organization.
  • Experience in drafting financial contracts and agreement.
  • Solid technical knowledge and experience in legal, commercial and business best practices.
  • Understanding of board dynamics and excellent organisational, management and communication skills;
    Pack office knowledge
  • Familiarity with the Nigerian legal, financial and commercial environment.

What is on offer
Attractive package

If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.

Apply online: http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA0465_legal-adviser.html

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